Friendship is one of God’s sweetest gifts, and having a best friend to walk through life with is a true blessing. Whether you’re celebrating their kindness, supporting them through tough times, or just reminding them how much they mean to you, Scripture offers beautiful words to express love, loyalty, and encouragement.
These 14 Bible verses will uplift, inspire, and deepen the bond you share with your best friend, reflecting God's design for faith-filled friendships.
1. A Friend Who Sticks Closer Than a Brother: Proverbs 18:24
"A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother."
True friendship is more than shared laughs or fun times. It’s about loyalty and depth. This verse highlights the rare, steadfast nature of a friend who stands by you even when the world turns its back. For your best friend, it’s a reminder that their presence in your life is not just social, it’s deeply spiritual and bonded by God's plan.
2. Two Are Better Than One: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
"Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up."
Life isn’t meant to be walked alone. This verse reminds us of the power in companionship. A best friend offers not just emotional support but also strength in shared burdens. It’s a celebration of teamwork and mutual encouragement, something that lies at the heart of every meaningful friendship.
3. Love at All Times: Proverbs 17:17
"A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity."
In a world full of conditional relationships, this verse shines a light on unwavering love. Your best friend is someone who doesn’t disappear in hard times, they lean in. Proverbs 17:17 reassures us that real friendship is constant, a steady heartbeat in every season of life.
4. Faithful Wounds of a Friend: Proverbs 27:6
"Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses."
A best friend tells you the truth, even when it’s hard. This verse reminds us that honest feedback, even when it stings, comes from love, not harm. It’s through such authenticity that trust is built, and relationships are strengthened.
5. Walking in the Light Together: 1 John 1:7
"But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another…"
Spiritual connection deepens friendship. This verse highlights the joy of walking in God’s truth alongside someone else. When both friends are rooted in Christ, the bond becomes more profound and unshakeable.
6. Iron Sharpens Iron: Proverbs 27:17
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another."
True friendship is meant to refine us. Your best friend isn’t just a comfort, they challenge and shape you to be your best self. This verse beautifully illustrates the role of godly friendships in personal and spiritual growth.
7. Encouragement from the Heart: 1 Thessalonians 5:11
"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing."
Best friends are builders, not critics. This verse is a reminder of your shared calling to lift each other higher. Encouragement doesn’t just comfort; it equips and fuels forward momentum in faith and life.
8. A Heartfelt Companion: Job 29:4-5
"Oh, for the days when I was in my prime, when God’s intimate friendship blessed my house…"
Job reflects on friendship as a sacred blessing. Sharing your life with someone who brings peace, joy, and God's presence into your home is invaluable. This verse is a testament to the warmth and grace that real friendship carries.
9. Kindness and Compassion: Ephesians 4:32
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."
No friendship is perfect, but grace bridges the gap. This verse teaches us how to preserve friendship through kindness and forgiveness, values that sustain even the longest of bonds.
10. A Bond Rooted in Love: Colossians 3:14
"And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."
Love is the thread that holds every friendship together. This verse reminds us that genuine love, sacrificial and unconditional, is the foundation for unity and lasting connection with our closest friends.
11. A Friend Who Brings Joy: Romans 12:15
"Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn."
Friendship is about emotional resonance, feeling alongside one another. Whether your best friend is celebrating or grieving, this verse invites you to be fully present in their experience, reflecting the love and empathy of Christ.
12. The Gift of Companionship: Philippians 1:3
"I thank my God every time I remember you."
This verse is a tender and simple way to express gratitude. When you think of your best friend, thank God. Philippians 1:3 encapsulates the joy of having someone who brings light to your life and warmth to your heart.
"But Ruth replied, 'Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go…'"
Ruth’s devotion to Naomi transcends family, it mirrors the loyalty found in the best of friends. This verse is a beautiful reflection of commitment, shared journey, and unwavering support through every chapter of life.
14. Trust in God Together: Matthew 18:20
"For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them."
When friends come together in faith, the presence of God is among them. This verse reassures that your bond, especially when centered around prayer and belief, carries divine significance.
Anne Kostick has been Editor-in-Chief since September 2007. Previously, Anne was a principal at Foxpath IND, a publishing, consulting and editorial services company specializing in the transition to and from traditional content publishing and online content management, development and publishing. Her clients included trade book publishers, technology and financial services Web sites, and arts and cultural institutions. Previously, she worked as Licensing and Product Development Director, Senior Acquisitions Editor and Director of Electronic Publishing for Workman Publishing, and as Senior Acquisitions Editor for Harry N. Abrams/Stewart, Tabori & Chang. In the online world she worked as Director of Content Development for Vitaminshoppe.com. Anne has a B.A. in Greek and Latin, with a minor in Theater, from Beloit College. She is the author of several books for children, as well as a definitive collection of jokes.